AAIB investigation to Jodel D120 (Modified), G-AVYV

Engine failure during go-around from Sandown Airfield, Isle of Wight, Hampshire, 3 June 2018.

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 8 November 2018

• Category: General aviation - fixed wing
• Report type: Bulletin - Correspondence investigation
• Date of occurrence: 3 June 2018
• Aircraft type: Jodel D120 (Modified)
• Location: Sandown Airfield, Isle of Wight, Hampshire
• Registration: G-AVYV

Summary:

The engine failed at 200 ft during a go-around and the pilot made a forced landing without serious injury on an adjacent golf course. The cause of the engine failure could not be determined but may have been carburettor icing or fuel vapour interrupting the fuel flow.

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Jodel D120 (Modified), G-AVYV 11-18

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Published 8 November 2018